Samuel Scheidt
German organist and composer of the Baroque
Born
November 3rd, 1587
437 years ago
Died
March 24th, 1653
372 years ago — 65 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Germany
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Scheidt contributed significantly to the development of German organ music during the Baroque period. His works primarily involved compositions for keyboard instruments, including notable collections such as 'Tabulatura Nova.' Scheidt served as an organist in various churches and was influential in the musical education of future composers. His teaching and compositions helped shape the German organ tradition.
Composed 'Tabulatura Nova'
Served as an organist in several churches
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